December weather forecast
Nelson, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Nelson, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Nelson observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). During the month of December, Nelson's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Nelson is 72%.

Rainfall

In Nelson, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.2 rainfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Nelson. In December, in Nelson, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Nelson, Nebraska, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.3 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Nelson.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nelson.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Nelson. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Nelson in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nelson during December are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Nelson?

The average relative humidity in December in Nelson, Nebraska, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December in Nelson?

In Nelson, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Nelson in December?

In Nelson, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nelson?

December has the shortest days of the year in Nelson, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Nelson?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Nelson?

On the first day of December in Nelson, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Nelson?

January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nelson, Nebraska.

How many hours of sunshine does Nelson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Nelson, Nebraska, is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Nelson?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Nelson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nelson, NE

Average temperature in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nelson, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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